Chief Strategy Officer

Charles Hunter Associates; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector recruitment agency seeks a Chief Strategy Officer to drive transformation in children's services for a local authority in England. This key role involves leading a multi-agency programme focused on children's wellbeing, coordinating delivery plans, and advocating for system reform. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in local government transformation and strong strategic leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience overseeing transformational programmes in local government.
• Strong experience with safeguarding and children's wellbeing.
• Proven track record in policy influence and advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic transformation across People Services.
• Oversee implementation of children's wellbeing initiatives.
• Coordinate multi-agency delivery plans.
• Represent the authority at regional and national forums.
• Promote digital innovation and collaborative working.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Multi-agency collaboration

Digital innovation

Data-led decision-making

Job description

Do you have vast experience at Senior level overseeing transformation programmes for local government? I am seeking a strategic leader to join a lccal authority in the South East as their new Chief Strategy Officer (within Children's Reforms and Transformation).This pivotal role will drive the design and delivery of the Families First Partnership Programme (FFPP) and wider system reform, ensuring services for children, young people and families are integrated, innovative, and future-ready.The successful candidate will lead a multi-agency transformation programme across Children's Social Care, Education, SEND, and wider council services, aligning with national policy and local priorities—including preparation for potential Local Government Reorganisation (LGR).

What you'll do:

• Lead strategic transformation across People Services, with a focus on children's wellbeing and safeguarding.
• Oversee the implementation of the Children Wellbeing and Schools Bill and the authority's response to Families First statutory guidance.
• Coordinate multi-agency delivery plans and ensure alignment with emerging unitary authority models.
• Represent Medway at regional and national forums, influencing policy and advocating for system reform.
• Promote digital innovation, data-led decision-making, and collaborative working across services.

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